Situated in the heart of West County, otherwise known as Sebastopol, California, is a place that has committed its efforts to providing both organic and sustainable ingredients to its customers. Peter Lowell’s Cafe and Wine Bar opened its doors to the public just two short years ago declaring its mission to not only bring community together through tasty bites and succulent, local wines, but also making a promise to the cafe’s diners: every ingredient used in the cuisine must be organic or else not used at all. Owner Lowell Sheldon, a Sebastopol native and a University of Seattle alumni, has since then kept his promise and continues to deliver only the freshest, organic produce and sustainably farmed meats and cheeses.
Not only is the food green, but so is the building. The counters were built using recycled materials and the entire structure is solar powered and water efficient. The food has sort of a rustic Italian meets California cuisine type thing going on and the wine list includes organic and/ or biodynamic varietals found in the Russian River Valley, the Sonoma Coast and Napa Valley. Their seasonal menu is constantly changing according to the time of year and features a handful of thin crust pizzas prepared in the fire oven, their famed macro bowl (brown rice, beans, roasted veggies and your choice of protein), several lovely salads, hand made pastas and a daily fish course. Brunch is also served on the weekends with such dishes as eggs in boca and house made spelt waffles topped with fresh fruit. Lunch is offered Monday through Friday in which four or five sandwiches are added to the menu for the afternoon.
Peter Lowell’s also prides itself with their commitment to working with local farmers such as the Tailor Maidens and County Line Farms. Fresh produce is delivered daily and often comes from right down the street. During an interview with the restaurant’s manager, Allyssa Covella, she stressed the importance of knowing where you food comes from as well as how it is prepared.
So if you’re looking for a gourmet yet healthy dinning experience and eating organic is important to you, then Peter Lowell’s may just be the place for you. They are located at 7385 Healdsburg Ave. in Sebastopol, Ca. You may contact them by phone at (707)-829-1077 or by joining their mailing list which will keep you updated on various events such as wine maker dinners, live music and movie night.
